Bodhisattva Standing on a Lotus Base and Holding a Vase and a Fly Wisk
SculptureChinese8th century

Bodhisattva Standing on a Lotus Base and Holding a Vase and a Fly Wisk

8th century

Classification
Sculpture
Medium
Gilt bronze with settings for ornaments of stone or glass (now lost)
Culture
Chinese
Period
Tang dynasty, 618-907
Century
8th century
Division
Asian and Mediterranean Art
Department
Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 12.6 x W. 4.8 cm (4 15/16 x 1 7/8 in.)

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